Sunshine, shadows, fire escape...and fence
This building must have been a factory at one time but now it houses apartments. I don't know what it looks like inside but the outside could use some TLC.
A longer view
I am linking to Good Fences HERE.
Let's hope they never have to use that fire escape.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely looks like you might have to be a little athletic to use it.
ReplyDeleteInteresting shot. I'm fascinated by how run down the back sides of some buildings are compared to the nice exteriors at the front.
ReplyDeleteGreat photos for "good fences"; super!
ReplyDeleteGreetings, Julie
Original fence post!:) I like the shadow of the little balcony in your first shot.
ReplyDeleteI find the shape and form of fire escapes very interesting.
ReplyDeleteIt casts a nice shadow! Cool!
ReplyDeleteThe style of the fire escape reminds me of one here.
ReplyDeleteLove the shadows. The outside does have some character tho.
ReplyDeleteTwo wrongs don't make a right: painting bricks and then letting it chip away. Not pretty.
ReplyDeleteAt least it's far enough off the ground that the casual passerby won't be climbing it to get into the flat any time soon! Love that zoomed in photo with its shadows!
ReplyDeleteMost original option for Good Fences. I love the shadows the balcony throws as well.
ReplyDeletei love that first photo, the lines and the blocks and the shapes, make it so pleasing to look at... super shot in my book.
ReplyDeleteit works for a fence! it makes for a great photo subject!
ReplyDeleteOh ja, dieses Foto ist genial, Schatten und Zaun in einem, großartig !
ReplyDeleteKind of scary, rust appearance one wonders if it is safe. Yet if one ever has t o use it. Then it is not a choice but a must.
ReplyDeleteLove the shadows on the wall.
ReplyDeleteLove the shadows . . . Could be an interestIng complex after a few improvements outside . . .
ReplyDeleteHey, that is pretty neat. I imagine the inside is really fixed up nice.
ReplyDeleteInteresting shots! We dont have fire escape at our apartments. :) Maybe we need one!
ReplyDeleteAnd yet you have captured some beautiful images of it!!! I especially love the shadows from the floor of the balcony!!!
ReplyDeleteYeah, the building could use a little TLC. Nice photos though!
ReplyDeleteI really like the shadows you captured on the wall of this building. I'm willing to bet that the apartments inside are not in need of TLC.
ReplyDeleteGreat pics for the day, EG, as always! An "old broad" at my age these days, I'm reluctant to criticize "old buildings, etc.! All of us could use a TLC!! Hope you're ready for a lovely weekend!!
ReplyDeleteGreat capture, a divine view too! The building makes for an interesting subject as well.
ReplyDeleteWonderful capture! I like the brick wall even though it appears to be falling apart.
ReplyDeleteFire escapes like that are a rarity on newer buildings. They seem so NYC to me. :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos! Love the shadows. It's a wonderful old building, and you don't see fire escapes as much anymore.
ReplyDeleteShabby and maybe chic----I like the shadows from the fire escape.
ReplyDeleteI like your Question Mark Butterfly too. How do you get them to stand still for a picture or two? MB
This seems to be the way of it for older brick buildings..not much done with keeping the back side looking nice..I would want all four sides taken care of myself. The shadows are neat- nice capture.
ReplyDeleteWe HAVE TO HOPE THE INSIDE IS NICER AND THAT EVERYONE IS FAMILIAR WITH WHERE THE FIRE ESCAPE IS.
ReplyDeleteSometimes fences aren't in wide open spaces. Love the shadow effect.
ReplyDeleteWould not want to have to use this one! :-)
ReplyDeleteI love the shadow in the first one.
Thinking beyond the obvious, perhaps it is the equivalent to a back door.
ReplyDeleteoh i love the first image. it's what i look for when i go out for photowalks to be able to photograph something like this pretty. thanks.
ReplyDeleteOld buildings require so much upkeep! Said as we are in the middle of getting ours ready for the winter ahead. ;-)
ReplyDeleteit's such a cool building, i would love to see the inside, i imagine it to be wonderful!!
ReplyDeletepretty images, i like the shadow...and the brick!!!
Great pix and awesome shadows too!...:)JP
ReplyDeleteLove that first photo with the ladder and the shadows.
ReplyDeleteIt definitely has character.
ReplyDeleteI would love to know what peeled the paint down by that AC unit in the long view. Had not thought about the fire escape till others commented.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome shadow of the fire escape! It is hard to even tell if it is real or not.
ReplyDeleteI was in an apartment block in Windsor, and the fire escape was like your photo, I often wonder if they are too rusty and not maintained.
ReplyDeleteI would have to be really scared to use that fire escape. The building does need some work, but it makes a great picture!
ReplyDeleteI always wondered if I could actually escape on one of those fire escapes. They make it look so easy on TV. lol
ReplyDeleteThat's a beautiful photo.
ReplyDeleteThe lines, shadows, and old brick masonry all work together.
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I remember when I was a kid, I was really fascinated with fire escapes. The wrought iron railings are kind of pretty!
ReplyDeleteYou are right. This is not just cosmetic damage. It is going to lead to structural damage if they don't get it fixed.
ReplyDeleteGreat shot, It's got a lot of great visual texture and color and light/shadows.
ReplyDeleteWonderful old building. The first image has some poignant undertones for this particular day.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely in need of sprucing up a little!
ReplyDeleteSuperb capture! Great light and shadows of fire escape... first time come to know about this route
ReplyDeleteGreat shadows. Nice geometric feel with the bricks, shadows, etc.
ReplyDeleteDarla
The first image is really good with the textures, shadows and closer view.
ReplyDeleteAh, sunshine! Such a dark and cold day today!
ReplyDeleteSure has the lovely sunshine with clear shadows♪♪♪ I always have hard time to take pictures with strong sunshine(^^;)
ReplyDeleteWishing you are having a wonderful weekend.
Sending Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*
ReplyDeleteI am charmed